New Delhi: The India AI Impact Summit concluded on a strong note, with more than 88 countries and international organisations coming together to adopt the New Delhi Declaration on AI Impact, signaling a shared global approach to the future of artificial intelligence.
The declaration marks a key step in international cooperation, placing emphasis on using AI to drive economic progress while ensuring it delivers real benefits to society. It reflects growing agreement among nations on the need for inclusive, responsible, and people-focused AI development.
Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced the adoption of the declaration on social media, saying that 88 countries and global organizations had endorsed the outcome of the summit.
He said the declaration aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of a human-centric approach to artificial intelligence, guided by the principle of Sarvajana Hitaya, Sarvajana Sukhaya—welfare and happiness for all.
88 countries and international organisatons have signed the AI Impact Summit Declaration. Entire world has endorsed PM @narendramodi Ji’s human-centric vision of AI.
The declaration is inspired by the principle of ‘Sarvajana Hitaya, Sarvajana Sukhaya’, for democratising AI… pic.twitter.com/dnnNTIMysl
— Ashwini Vaishnaw (@AshwiniVaishnaw) February 21, 2026
Seven Pillars of Cooperation
At the heart of the Delhi Declaration are seven core pillars that will shape global collaboration on AI. These include democratizing access to AI resources, promoting economic growth and social good, ensuring secure and trusted AI systems, advancing AI-driven scientific research, expanding access for social empowerment, developing human capital, and building resilient, efficient, and innovative AI systems.
Discussions at the summit focused on preparing the global workforce for the AI era, widening access to technology for underserved communities, strengthening trust and security in AI systems, and improving energy efficiency in AI infrastructure. Delegates also highlighted the growing role of AI in scientific research and international collaboration.
Focus on access and affordability
A central theme of the declaration is making AI resources accessible and affordable, particularly for developing countries. The aim is to ensure that nations at different stages of technological development can adopt and deploy AI tools for the benefit of their citizens.
The declaration also stresses the importance of large-scale AI adoption to support economic growth, improve public services, and enhance social outcomes, while maintaining strong safeguards for security and reliability.
As global interest in artificial intelligence accelerates, the Delhi Declaration positions India as a key convener in shaping shared norms and priorities.
The consensus reached at the summit underlines a collective intent to ensure that the rapid rise of AI remains inclusive, trusted, and firmly centered on human well-being.
